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Schoola is an education technology company that provides a K-12 learning platform designed to make education engaging and efficient. The platform acts as an operating system powered by artificial intelligence and analytics to help schools improve lesson delivery, while enabling learners and educators to access and enjoy education. It uses gamification elements—points, ranks, leaderboards—and social features such as duels and tournaments to boost motivation, with multilingual and content-agnostic support for any curriculum. The solution gives teachers full content control and is suitable for any K-12 school, aiming to increase engagement, performance, and accessibility in learning.

Founded in 2020, Zuri Health is a Kenyan telemedicine company offering affordable healthcare solutions via apps, websites, and SMS. It facilitates lab tests, doctor consultations, medication delivery, and home visits.

Yemaachi Biotechnology employs advanced immunogenomics, bioinformatics, and artificial intelligence to expedite the development of cancer detection and treatment strategies, aiming to reduce the economic impact of cancer.

Fluna operates a treasury management and financing platform that provides an alternative lending marketplace. The platform features multi-bank data feeds, cash insights, forecasting, pre-qualified credit offers, and automated reports. By connecting directly to customer bank accounts, Fluna enables businesses to gain a comprehensive understanding of their financial health. This connectivity allows companies to identify opportunities, enhance liquidity, maximize returns on excess balances, and reduce financial risk. Through these services, Fluna aims to streamline cash management processes and facilitate access to larger financing options for businesses.

Founded in 2018, MarketForce is a technology company based in the US, Kenya, and Nigeria. It operates an asset-light business model, providing a comprehensive B2B commerce and fintech platform, 'RejaReja', empowering African merchants to digitize their inventory sourcing, ordering, payments, and access financing. The platform also enables merchants to resell digital financial services like airtime and bill payments. MarketForce is operational in five Sub-Saharan African markets, serving over 200,000 merchants and 50 consumer brands.

Mecho is an on-demand auto repair and maintenance platform tailored for individuals and businesses in Africa. The platform facilitates the registration and scheduling of maintenance services, connecting customers with a network of certified mechanics and automobile technicians. By offering seamless access to vehicle maintenance, inspection, and repair services, Mecho aims to enhance the automotive service experience for its users.

truQ is a logistics platform that connects those needing transportation services with nearby vehicles in real-time. It offers SaaS infrastructure for businesses to coordinate these interactions more efficiently, and provides access to capital for drivers on the platform to support their operations and growth.

Bamboo is a digital investment platform based in Lagos, Nigeria, that allows users to buy, hold, or sell stocks listed on the United States and Nigerian stock markets. The platform offers real-time access to stock trading through a mobile application and web interface, making it convenient for users to manage their investments from various devices. By focusing on user-friendly technology, Bamboo aims to simplify the investment process for individuals looking to participate in global financial markets.

Kobo360 is a digital logistics platform that connects cargo owners, truck owners/drivers, and recipients. It uses data analytics and technology to streamline supply chains, reduce waste, and enable efficient delivery of goods across Africa.

Founded in 2018, MarketForce is a technology company based in the US, Kenya, and Nigeria. It operates an asset-light business model, providing a comprehensive B2B commerce and fintech platform, 'RejaReja', empowering African merchants to digitize their inventory sourcing, ordering, payments, and access financing. The platform also enables merchants to resell digital financial services like airtime and bill payments. MarketForce is operational in five Sub-Saharan African markets, serving over 200,000 merchants and 50 consumer brands.

AppZone Group is a prominent provider of integrated banking and payment software solutions tailored for small and medium-sized financial institutions in Africa. The company offers a comprehensive suite of products, including the BankOne Core Banking platform, which automates key operations such as deposit management, loan administration, financial accounting, and payroll processing. Additionally, AppZone provides an ePayment processing solution that facilitates access to financial services through various channels, including ATMs, POS terminals, and mobile devices. Their systems integration services enhance payment processing capabilities with features like prepaid card management and ATM monitoring. AppZone also offers cloud services that encompass customization, implementation, and ongoing support to ensure optimal performance of their solutions. Established in 2006 and based in Yaba, Nigeria, AppZone aims to empower individuals by providing technology that ensures unlimited access to financial services across the continent.

Bambooks operates a digital library platform offering unlimited access to a wide variety of ebooks, comics, magazines, and audiobooks. It aims to empower local authors by providing them with a larger audience for their works.

Agriple is an agricultural technology platform designed to enhance market access for farmers. By offering analytics that assist in determining optimal crop selection, the platform facilitates better decision-making for agricultural producers. Additionally, Agriple connects farmers directly to buyers, aiming to shorten the farm-to-table time and reduce food waste. This streamlined approach not only improves transportation efficiency for agricultural products but also helps farmers increase their income. Through its innovative solutions, Agriple addresses critical challenges in the agricultural sector, promoting sustainability and economic viability for farmers.

54gene is a biotechnology company founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Lagos, Nigeria. The company focuses on unlocking the potential of the African genome to enhance genetic research and development, addressing a significant gap in the global genomics market where a majority of genetic data is derived from individuals of Caucasian descent. By developing a pan-African biobank, 54gene aims to identify new drug targets and create diagnostics and treatments for various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular conditions, and neurodegenerative disorders. In addition to its research initiatives, the company offers genetic testing and molecular diagnostics services to patients and healthcare providers, ensuring compliance with international data privacy laws. Through its efforts, 54gene seeks to contribute to the discovery of medical advancements that can benefit diverse populations.

Founded in 2013, VerifyMe Nigeria specializes in real-time identity verification services. Its platform enables instant fraud prevention for individuals and corporations by leveraging data from the Nigerian Identity Management Commission, Central Bank of Nigeria, Bank Verification Number, and Federal Road Safety Commission driver’s licenses.

Founded in 2018, MarketForce is a technology company based in the US, Kenya, and Nigeria. It operates an asset-light business model, providing a comprehensive B2B commerce and fintech platform, 'RejaReja', empowering African merchants to digitize their inventory sourcing, ordering, payments, and access financing. The platform also enables merchants to resell digital financial services like airtime and bill payments. MarketForce is operational in five Sub-Saharan African markets, serving over 200,000 merchants and 50 consumer brands.